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MA H3229

MA H3229
Relative to timely issuance of death certificates to funeral directors


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the timely issuance of death certificates to funeral directors. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 112 of the Massachusetts General Laws to require issuers of death certificates to provide the original death certificate to the designated licensed funeral director or undertaker within 24 hours of a request. This is intended to ensure timely issuance of death certificates to funeral directors, who need these documents to proceed with funeral arrangements and related responsibilities.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4625 (on 06/18/2018)

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